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Originally Posted by snowyskiesau
Have you checked out the prices on dobsonians at Andrews or Bintel?
I'm sure you'll find something within your budget and with local support.
Does your budget prices from an overseas supplier, include freight? |
I'm agreeing with you Geoff. Freight is a killer, but also look at the warranty issues and support with anything else you need. I bought my scope local from Ron (Sirius Optics), and he has been an absolute legend in support (patient as well
). I got my scope as a used item and still got 5 years warranty on the OTA and mount, when he hasn't got what I want, he directs me to others that are reputable, and tells me the market cost of that item. You can't get that support from OS, and IMHO is worth more than the scope itself. If you have to, get a second hand DOB, I'm sure there is someone local who has one or knows of one. The stores Geoff suggests might even have something that you are looking for in your price range.
Regards, Dutch